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PACU
Tulsa, OK
PACU Registered Nurse
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to provide specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and diagnostic procedures. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where critical thinking, decisive judgment, and strong clinical skills are essential.
Shift & Contract Details
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Start Date: October 1, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Closely monitor patients during the immediate post-anesthesia period
- Manage pain and nausea; identify and respond to complications
- Implement and monitor patient care plans
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to the care team
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care and serve as primary care coordinator
- Execute physician and nursing orders
- Assess discharge planning needs and coordinate with healthcare team members
- Ensure patient stability prior to transfer or discharge
- Follow Standard Precautions and use appropriate personal protective equipment
Required Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and emergency-response skills
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a stressful environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous PACU or critical-care experience
- PALS certification (for pediatric patients)
- CPAN or CAPA certification
- Experience with airway management and hemodynamic monitoring